Psalms 139:7-8 NIV
Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there.
As I have gone through the ebbs and flows of depression this week one thing is certain. God is with me. God is with us. There is no where I can go and God not be there. At times it may be difficult for me to feel His presence, but He is there. He makes Himself known in the words of a child or the touch of a love one. God is with me and He see me (Genesis 16:13).
I don't know why God allows me to battle with this disease, but I do know it keeps me humble and dependent upon His grace. And I get through it because His word is true. He has never left me nor has He forsaken me. Even the darkness is light to Jesus (Psalm 139:12) And His light shine bright.
I am thankful for the prayers and words of encouragement that i have received- that's God too. God surrounds me with His love and tender care. His Spirit moves within and gives me the confidence to take one day at a time. He is the Good Shepherd(John 10:14).
He laid down his life and took it up again (John 10:17) so that I can have life and have it abundantly. The enemy would have me wallow up in a ball, but I have Christ and thus I can rejoice even in the midst of sorrow. I know that there are many suffering from depression, but I want to encourage you to remember that God is right there with you. There is no where you can go where He won't be with you. You are not alone and you are loved.
Father, you know our aches, pains, and woes. You know the why and we trust You with it all. Thank You for being with us. Thanking You for seeing us through it all. In Jesus name. Amen
Praying for you!
ReplyDeleteAmen! Thank you for sharing! Cause we are not alone but sometimes we need that reminder!
ReplyDeleteAmen. His mercies are new every morning. Thank you for your word.
ReplyDeleteChristine Your honest and authentic writing gives me and others I'm sure, the freedom to speak out about their own struggles. Thank you so much. I wanted to know if you would mind if I shared this on FB? I will truly be thinking of you and Praying for you. I know the ebbs and flows and this article has made my time with that better. Sometimes it is hard to see the light through the darkness without someone reminding you. Praise God for His Word. So can I share it to help some others too? Peace and 💕
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